Dan Miller is a 12-fight UFC veteran who’s logged six years with the promotion, but in recent years, his biggest fights have taken place outside the octagon.

Between numerous injuries and his son battling a kidney disease, Miller’s focus hasn’t exactly been directed toward competition, which is why he hasn’t been seen in action since March 2013.

The past few years have undeniably been a struggle, with Miller (14-7 MMA, 6-6 UFC) only fighting twice since August 2011. However, according to manager Mike Constantino, the 32-year-old is nearing the light at the end of a dark tunnel and is eager to get back to work.

“Dan Miller’s back to training,” Constantino told MMAjunkie. “I contacted (UFC matchmaker) Joe Silva, and we’re looking to (get back) in September. Hopefully anywhere from September on you’ll see Dan Miller back in the octagon.”

While Miller’s UFC run hasn’t exactly turned heads, he’s put together a respectable 6-6 record while competing in the world’s premier MMA organization.

After spending his first 11 fights at middleweight, Miller’s most recent bout saw him drop to the welterweight division. However, the move didn’t produce the results he hoped for, and Jordan Mein handed the New Jersey native the first knockout loss of his career, at UFC 158.

Despite the lackluster performance, Miller will remain at welterweight for his targeted fall return, Constantino said.

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